Wrapping a console? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CG · 09-29-2019, 12:56 PM

I feel like Ive seen one on the board before. Wrapped with vinyl seat upholstery. Is this something a board member has done, or was it done by some pro shop?

If an amateur could do it is it possible to obtain just the vinyl to do it with? Its pretty easy to come up with stock style aftermarket seat covers these days, but can we purchase the same material to use as a console wrap?

LH Lead-Foot · 09-29-2019, 02:22 PM

I have seen some websites that sell period correct material for cars, but very little for trucks on this era.
Question; Are you wrapping a console or seats, or both.

I you need new seat covers for a bench seat, it is a little expensive to have it done.
But if you have some seat time in front of sewing machine, the pattern is the hardest as you must pay close attention to the exact measurements, plus a "Margin" for sewing two pieces together, adding listing wire for hog rings and other important stitching or attachment.
May I suggest a youtube search of "sail rite" as they did a bench seat from a 60's something Ford truck bench. Using the majority of the OEM material for making a new pattern, they go step by step.
Multiple panels must be exact width and length and cut this way as well, or it won't look right of line-up with seat back to bottom cushion.

If you are doing a console, either out of another vehicle, store bought or custom made, it comes down to the material it's make of if you are wrapping it.
Generally, cleaning with thinner / acetone, then scuffing it, applying glue to both sided using "Weld Wood" contact cement works best, unless you want the "Weld Wood Landau Top and Trim HHR" sprayable which is thinned down version of the previous. If you want to get a spray can of 3M-90, it works, but will not handle interior heat of a vehicle in the summer.

More popular, is CPVC board sold at Home Depot and others. It is worked like wood, yet impervious to water. When heated gently, can be bend to create curves, router to round over sharp edges, angled where it meets the floor and drilled and screwed from side to side, with planing of what you want. Most all have a wood-grain pattern on one side, while smooth on the other.

Whether vinyl or leather, it can be glued like above, but stapled on the back side as well. Your imagination is the limit. Just un-sure of what advice you want.

Lots of good info on youtube for sewing yourself, starting with a silent master called Cesar Cechaflo who wraps dashes, knobs, door panels, designs, pattern help for seats and types of stitches for steering wheels. The sky is the limit.

Best of luck!

Astro-Balls · 09-29-2019, 04:19 PM

Go to an Auto Upholstery shop near you, they can help you out.

CG · 09-29-2019, 04:25 PM

I have new seat covers. I know I saw a wrapped console or two in the past here on the board and I remember it looking real nice compared to factory painted version. If its something that I would have to have professionally done at a high cost Ill just paint it.

**hooverfish** · 09-29-2019, 07:12 PM

When I saw your question it reminded me of the one in the link below because I always liked it and it looks GOOD IMO.
And its a good way to use a console with a surface too rough to paint.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...hlight=wrapped

**71blksuper4x4** · 09-29-2019, 10:49 PM

Here was one of them you probably remember

**special-K** · 09-30-2019, 07:04 AM

I'd consider these consoles to be upholstered or covered. When I see "wrap" used I think of the vinyl wrap jobs done by sign shops. That's what I pictured when I read the title. This is much better! Classy

CG · 09-30-2019, 07:26 AM

I think the black and the white ones must have been the ones I saw, both look really nice ... Wrapped, covered, and upholstered =)

**paul mora** · 09-30-2019, 09:49 PM

I bought one upholstered like the one in the photo years ago from a board member. Just don’t remember who

**FirstOwner69** · 09-30-2019, 11:59 PM

Old for sale links. Looks like he's not active though.

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=568670

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=576152

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=577269

Another...
https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=684938

**3757chevy** · 10-01-2019, 12:36 AM

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09-29-2019, 12:56 PM	#1
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Monroe, Wa. Posts: 19,773	Wrapping a console? I feel like Ive seen one on the board before. Wrapped with vinyl seat upholstery. Is this something a board member has done, or was it done by some pro shop? If an amateur could do it is it possible to obtain just the vinyl to do it with? Its pretty easy to come up with stock style aftermarket seat covers these days, but can we purchase the same material to use as a console wrap? __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Monroe Swap meet May 18-19. Mike has the same spots for the NW guys he's had forever. Lunch time BBQ at the spaces. If you have stuff to sell bring it along. If you have a question PM stllookn (Mike) here via the board. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851291 Last edited by CG; 09-29-2019 at 02:16 PM. Reason: I spell like a two year old

09-29-2019, 02:22 PM	#2
LH Lead-Foot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Omaha, NE. Posts: 214	Re: Wrapping a console? I have seen some websites that sell period correct material for cars, but very little for trucks on this era. Question; Are you wrapping a console or seats, or both. I you need new seat covers for a bench seat, it is a little expensive to have it done. But if you have some seat time in front of sewing machine, the pattern is the hardest as you must pay close attention to the exact measurements, plus a "Margin" for sewing two pieces together, adding listing wire for hog rings and other important stitching or attachment. May I suggest a youtube search of "sail rite" as they did a bench seat from a 60's something Ford truck bench. Using the majority of the OEM material for making a new pattern, they go step by step. Multiple panels must be exact width and length and cut this way as well, or it won't look right of line-up with seat back to bottom cushion. If you are doing a console, either out of another vehicle, store bought or custom made, it comes down to the material it's make of if you are wrapping it. Generally, cleaning with thinner / acetone, then scuffing it, applying glue to both sided using "Weld Wood" contact cement works best, unless you want the "Weld Wood Landau Top and Trim HHR" sprayable which is thinned down version of the previous. If you want to get a spray can of 3M-90, it works, but will not handle interior heat of a vehicle in the summer. More popular, is CPVC board sold at Home Depot and others. It is worked like wood, yet impervious to water. When heated gently, can be bend to create curves, router to round over sharp edges, angled where it meets the floor and drilled and screwed from side to side, with planing of what you want. Most all have a wood-grain pattern on one side, while smooth on the other. Whether vinyl or leather, it can be glued like above, but stapled on the back side as well. Your imagination is the limit. Just un-sure of what advice you want. Lots of good info on youtube for sewing yourself, starting with a silent master called Cesar Cechaflo who wraps dashes, knobs, door panels, designs, pattern help for seats and types of stitches for steering wheels. The sky is the limit. Best of luck! __________________ Removed

09-29-2019, 04:19 PM	#3
Astro-Balls Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 822	Re: Wrapping a console? Go to an Auto Upholstery shop near you, they can help you out. __________________ 1968 C20 Fleetside 396 4sp PS PB AC CST . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA

09-29-2019, 04:25 PM	#4
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Monroe, Wa. Posts: 19,773	Re: Wrapping a console? I have new seat covers. I know I saw a wrapped console or two in the past here on the board and I remember it looking real nice compared to factory painted version. If its something that I would have to have professionally done at a high cost Ill just paint it. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Monroe Swap meet May 18-19. Mike has the same spots for the NW guys he's had forever. Lunch time BBQ at the spaces. If you have stuff to sell bring it along. If you have a question PM stllookn (Mike) here via the board. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851291

09-29-2019, 07:12 PM	#5
hooverfish Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Lexington, Ky Posts: 2,113	Re: Wrapping a console? When I saw your question it reminded me of the one in the link below because I always liked it and it looks GOOD IMO. And its a good way to use a console with a surface too rough to paint. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...hlight=wrapped __________________ Larry 84 Chevy SWB, "Roy", dark blue orig paint, 6 cyl auto, PS, 88,000 miles. 72 Highlander LWB "Olive" med olive over lt yellow, air, 77,000 miles (sold) "It's a sorry man who can't find his wife a good job"

09-29-2019, 10:49 PM	#6
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,148	Re: Wrapping a console? Here was one of them you probably remember Attached Images __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

09-30-2019, 07:04 AM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Wrapping a console? I'd consider these consoles to be upholstered or covered. When I see "wrap" used I think of the vinyl wrap jobs done by sign shops. That's what I pictured when I read the title. This is much better! Classy __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-30-2019, 07:26 AM	#8
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Monroe, Wa. Posts: 19,773	Re: Wrapping a console? I think the black and the white ones must have been the ones I saw, both look really nice ... Wrapped, covered, and upholstered =) __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Monroe Swap meet May 18-19. Mike has the same spots for the NW guys he's had forever. Lunch time BBQ at the spaces. If you have stuff to sell bring it along. If you have a question PM stllookn (Mike) here via the board. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851291

09-30-2019, 09:49 PM	#9
paul mora Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: huntington beach california Posts: 975	Re: Wrapping a console? I bought one upholstered like the one in the photo years ago from a board member. Just don’t remember who __________________ Pulatoy

09-30-2019, 11:59 PM	#10
FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,839	Re: Wrapping a console? Old for sale links. Looks like he's not active though. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=568670 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=576152 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=577269 Another... https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=684938

10-01-2019, 12:36 AM	#11
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,850	Re: Wrapping a console? ...https://smsautofabrics.com/collectio...e-super-pickup... SMS auto upholstery has our stuff by the yard... https://smsautofabrics.com/collectio...-custom-pickup __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE



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